Chelsea manager Thomas Tuchel has revealed that he is open to bringing in more new additions as the club scraped a win over Everton on Saturday.
In a game that was marred by a serious injury suffered by Everton defender Ben Godfrey, the Blues secured three points thanks to a first half penalty fromย Jorginho.
Speaking after the game at Stamford bridge, Tuchel hailed the Italian midfielder's contribution but acknowledged that his team could benefit from bringing in some additional signings before the transfer window closes:
'For us, we win 1-0 from Jorginho. Very classic! We know we have to get better, but a win helps. For the atmosphere and spirit, we have the next step.'
'We can add, but we are open for everything. We can use new energy, fresh legs and fresh input. I think we could use some more input and some more quality.' He added.
Despite taking the lead, and dominating possession throughout the game, Tuchel's team failed to build on their advantage in the second half.
Though his team fell short of his expectations in victory, Tuchel praised his players for their ability to secure the three points:
'I could assume that we are not on our highest level. Pre-season was turbulent. The last week of training was very promising. Second half, we had simply not enough movement on the ball. Less movement, more ball losses. In the end, ten minutes extra time, a bit strange, but we hung in, and did what we had to do to keep a clean sheet.'
The victory also saw Marc Cucurella make his Chelsea debut, just days after signing from Brighton amidst interest from Manchester City. The 24-year-old Spainard appeared as a substitute in the second half and Tuchel was pleased with his performance:
'I'm very happy with 20 minutes from Cucurella.' He said.
Despite picking up the win at Goodison Park, questions remain as to whether Chelsea can challenge for the Premier League title this season without signing an out-an-out striker to replace the departed Lukaku.
Commenting after the game, Jamie Redknapp stated his belief that the Blues will need a new forward:
'They need a number nine, a striker. Diego Costa, before that Drogba, was impeccable in that position. Sterling might be the striker for them. Broja is a good young player, but he'll be in and out of the team. It's very hard to find a good striker.'
Chelsea will next play host to Tottenham on August 14, marking the first fixture at Stamford Bridge of the 22/23 Premier League season.
komeknpst
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keep it up
Duoabcemo
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we..need...world..class..Sterker
Yhemy
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Chelsea need a out and out striker that will guarantee goals. Havertz is better off as an attacking midfielder know this and know peace
zebaelmy
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Tuchel should lower his ego and sign CR7, definitely need a proven goal scorer now after last night display.
Dalhatu89
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pleas Mr Tuchel he must play the players even if they are not in his faver what was need of putting Mount on the Wright wing if he si excellent in midfielder and u left Ziyech on the bench. Wright now we are having our striker Broja why did he have to keep him on bench? wht was Havertz doing ??? I'm just asking I'm no questioning...
Tuchel likes playing players out of positions that way limiting their ability to influence the game , Ziyech is the number player who is suffering from this
Bapbcdkmt
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hahemstyz
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The manager is Chelsea's problem. The players are good enough to deliver more than what is on display recently. Play more of attacking football for these players to flourish. Tuchel is concerned more with defending than attack. if you like bring in Mbappe. They(chelsea) won't see goals playing backward.
What is the formation PSG is playing now go and check is 343 is not all about striker we need good defenders and one midfielder to create chances not Jorginho that stay one place to play passes thatโs all we need our formation is good
timipereluk
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Stop the idea of back 4 system you keep saying How many trophies ๐ did lampard won with back 4 at Chelsea? The system that won ๐ us UCL already why complaining let the coach do his job
what's all these ideas about four at the back. You're not the coach. we have to use any system that works for the team
Butblmnos
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pleas Mr Tuchel he must play the players even if they are not in his faver what was need of putting Mount on the Wright wing if he si excellent in midfielder and u left Ziyech on the bench. Wright now we are having our striker Broja why did he have to keep him on bench? wht was Havertz doing ??? I'm just asking I'm no questioning...
Vuudnpsuz
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My Chelsea with too much back passes, how did you even expect a striker to shine? no ball playing midfielder, we need a good left foot player that can dribble, create a chance for the forward to score, too many defenders, in today' match no true ball to the forward players! no pin point pass, our midfielders are too rigid,
Sanusi8642
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True Everton was better than your clowns ๐๐๐๐
Yes clown and thatโs why Chelsea won ๐
Sanusi8642
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The manager is Chelsea's problem. The players are good enough to deliver more than what is on display recently. Play more of attacking football for these players to flourish. Tuchel is concerned more with defending than attack. if you like bring in Mbappe. They(chelsea) won't see goals playing backward.
Back 3 won champions league hope you donโt forget that ๐ you people just keep shouting
Cuban1994
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The manager is Chelsea's problem. The players are good enough to deliver more than what is on display recently. Play more of attacking football for these players to flourish. Tuchel is concerned more with defending than attack. if you like bring in Mbappe. They(chelsea) won't see goals playing backward.
Just stop saying trash and rubbish Ur legend that brought in those average fail to utilize them why complaining! He only sign 3 player and u can seethe impact already
Cuban1994
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Broja is a good striker all we need is trust him, change this consecutive formation, have proper wingers, shift from two to three midfielders, play four at the back. What's Tuchel afraid of?
Stop the idea of back 4 system you keep saying How many trophies ๐ did lampard won with back 4 at Chelsea? The system that won ๐ us UCL already why complaining let the coach do his job
bigchelseafan2005
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Kloop and Tutchel are like father and a son when it comes to complaining
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how is he complaining we won and he is just solving problems
EdenHazard01
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Broja is a good striker all we need is trust him, change this consecutive formation, have proper wingers, shift from two to three midfielders, play four at the back. What's Tuchel afraid of?
Brazilian4ever
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Every week thereโs an excuse for Chelseaโs failures.. itโs a never enough.. moan, moan complain about this that or another.. God Damn it..
Simpler02
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Kloop and Tutchel are like father and a son when it comes to complaining
kieaeimotz
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Chelsea really a good and strong striker if we really need to competi for this league, kudos to Raheem
fourthorty430
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Well-done guys.. what a tough game but you made us proud with 3 points from the opening match.. God bless.
WCBrecord
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Thomas Tuchel you can go for CR7 I know he will only play 2 seasons but in that period you would have find a better striker really Chelsea lacked the finishing touch
Nuzacklmu
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At Stamford Bridge or goodison park
19121869(deleted)
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In other news, it looks like Sterling will miss this year's FIFA World Cup due to pregnancy.
Hahaekst
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We are lacking a goal scorer and you know it stop the nonsense and go and bring Ronald, Because this your players can't score more than three goals
Dozilmnost
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The manager is Chelsea's problem. The players are good enough to deliver more than what is on display recently. Play more of attacking football for these players to flourish. Tuchel is concerned more with defending than attack. if you like bring in Mbappe. They(chelsea) won't see goals playing backward.
webdklns
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# Broja needs more opportunities
fozmrstuz
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Sometimes tactics also matter. Tuchel should devise new tactics. We need a Chelsea that counter attacks rather play laid back football and trying to kill time while leading.... Teams like Liverpool or City Win because they don't play such type of football
U are right those unnecessary back passes are dangerous and time killing not good for big clubs
Baubdklru
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True Everton was better than your clowns ๐๐๐๐
JoyNg
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The Best doggystyle in football history๐๐๐ฅ๐ฅ๐๐
Willykrane
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Camp nou event center ๐๐๐
Maclaud
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Sometimes tactics also matter. Tuchel should devise new tactics. We need a Chelsea that counter attacks rather play laid back football and trying to kill time while leading.... Teams like Liverpool or City Win because they don't play such type of football
Tokwe263
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if you apreciate the blues lets us gather here
Jenbdklpu
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They haven't been the same since madrid showed them who's boss.